Re: 2.6.8.1-kernel on Powerbook G4?
On Tue, Aug 24, 2004 at 01:04:22PM +0200, Michael Schmitz wrote:
> > > I am currently getting lost configuring my kernels for my Powerbook.
> >
> > Why not use the default debian kernel, or at least the config thereof ?
>
> My reason for building my own kernels: getting rid of all that bloat
> that's compiled as modules. Plus, having drivers required for booting
> built-in, obviating the need for initrd.
>
> Main reason: the sarge installer (dated 9 Aug) saddled me with a root fs
> size of 150 MB. Modules size per kernel: 40 MB. Go figure.
>
> Like it or not: tailoring your kernel for size is a must at this state of
> affairs. If you don't offer full custom partitioning in the sarge
> installer anymore, get the default partition sizes right at least.
Yeah, i understand. Still you could use the config, builtin what you need, and
remove the uneeded modules, could you not ?
Friendly,
Sven Luther
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